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Ministry of Finance
Cabinet approves Updating European Union Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive  MoU signed between SEBI and Financial Conduct Authority , United Kingdom
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved the proposal of Securities & Exchange Board of India  to sign an updated Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive  MoU signed between SEBI and Financial Conduct Authority , UK, pursuant to UK's exit from the European Union on 31st January 2020.
Major impact
The UK exited the EU on 31st January 2020. FCA, UK had submitted to SEBI that no transitional measures would be available if the amended MoU is not signed before the date when the UK exits the European Union , and requested SEBI to sign an updated MoU as early as possible. As such, the proposal is not expected or intended to have any effect on employment in India.
Background
In accordance with the requirement of establishing adequate supervisory cooperation arrangements between EU and non-EU authorities under the European Union Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive , a bilateral MoU was signed by SEBI with securities regulators of 27 member States of EU / European Economic Area, including Financial Conduct Authority , United Kingdom on 28th July 2014. In the context of UK's proposed withdrawal from EU, FCA brought to the notice of SEBI that the existing MoU between SEBI and FCA relating to AIFMD, which is currently anchored on EU law, will no longer apply directly in the UK, and have therefore, suggested signing an updated MoU after amending the AIFMD MoU by suitably modifying it and substituting references to EU legislation with the relevant UK law.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Secretary reviews COVID-19 situation in North Eastern  States and Union Territories
The Union Home Secretary chaired a meeting here today to review the COVID-19 situation in all the North Eastern  States and Union Territories .
During the meeting, current status and trends on the active cases, Case Fatality Rate , Case Positivity Rate  and vaccination status in respect of all the UTs and NE States was discussed. It was also noted that out of 73 districts in the country with CPR above 10 percent, 46 districts are in NE States, where strict containment measures need to be taken as per extant guidelines.
The Union Home Secretary emphasised to follow five-fold strategy of Test-Track-Treat-Vaccinate and COVID appropriate behaviour, as has been laid out in Ministry of Home Affairs  order dated 29th June, 2021. The NE States and UTs were advised to strictly monitor the situation at district/ city level and take timely corrective measures, wherever any early sign of surge is noticed. For those districts identified with high case positivity and higher bed occupancy, States/UTs may consider imposing restrictions in a calibrated manner. Strict enforcement of COVID appropriate behaviour was reiterated and it was advised to involve political leaders and civil society organisations.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretaries, Directors General of Police and Principal Secretaries  of these States/UTs. Member  NitiAayog, Director NCDC and senior officers of the MHA and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare were also present.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister greets people on Nuakhai
The Prime Minister has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Nuakhai.
In X posts, the Prime Minister said;
“Greetings on Nuakhai, an occasion to appreciate the hardwork of our farmers. I pray for everyone's happiness and wellbeing. Nuakhai Juhar!”
“ନୂଆଁଖାଇର ଶୁଭେଚ୍ଛା । ଆଜି ଆମର ଚାଷୀଙ୍କ ପରିଶ୍ରମକୁ କୃତଜ୍ଞତା ଜଣାଇବାର ଅବସର । ମୁଁ ସମସ୍ତଙ୍କର ଉତ୍ତମ ସ୍ୱାସ୍ଥ୍ୟ ଏବଂ ମଙ୍ଗଳ କାମନା କରୁଛି । ନୂଆଁଖାଇ ଜୁହାର୍ !”
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President greets people on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the nation on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi. He appealed to follow COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols while celebrating Milad-un-Nabi.
Following is the full text of the message-
“I convey my warm greetings and best wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Milad-un-Nabi – celebrated as the Birthday of Prophet Mohammad.
The Holy Prophet showed humanity the righteous path of compassion and universal brotherhood. Milad-un-Nabi is an occasion for family and friends to come together and pray. But this year, due to COVID-19 pandemic, I urge my fellow citizens to celebrate Milad-un-Nabi in a modest way, by strictly adhering to COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols.
May His eternal message continue to guide us in building a peaceful and harmonious society.”
Ministry of Home Affairs
Stone Pelting in Kashmir
Pursuant to the Government policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism, the State Government has taken stringent action to deal with stone pelting, including identification and arrest of stone pelters and instigators of such acts under relevant laws. The number of incidents of stone pelting and miscreants arrested in the state of Jammu and Kashmir during the last three years is as under :-
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Year
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Stone pelting incidents
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Miscreants
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Arrested
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Sent to Jail
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2016
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2,653
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10,571
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276
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2017
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1,412
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2,838
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63
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2018
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1,458
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3,797
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65
The Government has also constituted a Joint Monitoring Committee involving all concerned agencies at the central level and a Multi Disciplinary Terror Monitoring Group  at the State level for sustained action against terror funding. This has, inter-alia, resulted in a significant decline in the incidents of stone pelting in 2019 so far, compared to the number of incidents during the corresponding period last year.
This was stated by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri G. Kishan Reddy in a written reply to question in the Rajya Sabha today.
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Special Service and Features
Young film makers should focus on unsung heroes of Independence struggle: MoS I&B Dr. L Murugan
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Fisheries Dr. L Murugan has urged young film makers to focus on unsung heroes of Independence struggle. He was presenting awards at the ‘She Short Film Festival’ ceremony held in Thiruvananthapuram today. The Minister acknowledged the great contribution of women from Kerala who became the torch bearers in fields of sports, healthcare, cinema, literature, arts and science. Dr. Murugan pointed out that the values that cinema propagates is very much important such as how cinema treats issues such as domestic violence crime against women and role of women in the society. He lauded the concept and content of the She Short Film Festival that was aimed to create awareness in the general public about women's safety and empowerment.
MoS urged the youth to explore new ideas and technologies and create cinema with an aesthetic sense of beauty. He said that so as to focus on ease of doing business , Central Government have opened Film Facilitation Office, for a single point contact for film makers in getting permission for shooting in various parts of the country.
Union Minister of State for Information Technology Shri. Rajeev Chandrasekhar and actor Mohanlal felicitated the function through video messages.
Out of 150 entries at She Film Festival, top three films were given awards at the function.
Noted actors Tovino Thomas and Keerthy Suresh were the Guests of Honour at the event that also hosted many prominent personalities from the film industry.
The Short Film Festival based on the theme of women's safety was organized by Jatayu Rama Cultural Centre.
Ministry of Defence
Surgeon Rear Admiral Arti Sarin takes over command Of INHS Asvini
Surgeon Rear Admiral Arti Sarin assumed command of INHS Asvini, the flagship Hospital of the Indian Navy, from Surgeon Rear Admiral Sheila S Mathai, at a ceremonial parade on 30 Jan 21.
Surgeon Rear Admiral Sheila S Mathai takes over as the Command Medical Officer, Headquarters Western Naval Command.
The event assumes significance in that not many Armed Forces have a precedent of a handing taking over between two women Flag officers.
Ministry of Defence
Air Force Commanders’ Conference Apr 2021
Honourable Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh addressed the biannual IAF Commanders’ Conference  on 15 Apr 21 at Air Headquarters. Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria PVSM AVSM VM ADC Chief of the Air Staff  welcomed the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri, Gen Bipin Rawat, Chief of Defence Staff  and other senior officials from the MoD.
During his address the Raksha Mantri expressed happiness that the conference coincides with the birth anniversary of the Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh, DFC. The RM congratulated IAF for ensuring a timely and befitting response to the sudden developments in Eastern Ladakh. He advised the Commanders to draw up long term plans and strategies for capability enhancement to counter future threats. He appreciated the critical focus of IAF towards reorienting for the future.
Speaking about the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the RM appreciated the role played by the IAF in assisting other Govt agencies in their task. Referring to changing international geopolitics, he observed that the perceptible shift of focus from Trans-Atlantic to Trans-Pacific has become more obvious in the recent past. Changing dimensions of war would now include advanced technologies, asymmetric capabilities and info-dominance, and it was very important that the IAF’s preparations for the future must include these aspects.
Reiterating the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of ‘Self Reliance’, the RM stressed on the need to promote Atmanirbharta in Defence Infrastructure. He added that the IAF’s order for LCA would result in a substantial boost to the domestic defence industry and will be a game changer from the indigenisation perspective. He urged the Commanders to continue their efforts for achieving even greater results in the field of indigenous defence production and aircraft maintenance. He added that national security and economic development are complementary aspects of national policy. The IAF’s support for the indigenous industry would result in the development of MSMEs in this field which will simultaneously serve the cause of self-reliance and socio-economic development of the country.
He urged the Commanders to take stock and implement all directions issued by the Hon’ble PM during the Combined Commanders’ Conference. He stressed on the need to continue to work proactively towards the integration process currently underway, implementation of the joint logistics plan and to enhance synergy in areas of joint planning and operations.
In his closing remarks, the RM assured the AF Commanders of the wholehearted support from the Ministry of Defence in achieving the goal of being a potent Strategic Aerospace Force. He expressed confidence that important decisions taken during the conference would enhance the combat potential of the IAF.
The Commanders’ Conference will conclude on 16 Apr 21. The status of strengthening current combat capabilities and the action plan for making IAF a future-ready combat force would be examined. Issues pertaining to systems, reforms and restructuring for ensuring more efficient processes across all domains and optimised operational training will also be discussed.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Impact of Covid on Anganwadi Services
Anganwadi Centres are closed due to Covid-19 pandemic. No survey has been planned on ground, as human interaction has been minimised to control the spread of virus. However, to ensure continuous nutritional support to Anganwadi beneficiaries, Anganwadi Workers and Helpers are distributing Supplementary Nutrition at the doorsteps of beneficiaries once in 15 days.
This Ministry has launched "Poshan Tracker” in March, 2021, a robust ICT enabled digital platform, to ensure real time monitoring of supplementary nutrition by use of data analytics for prompt supervision and management of services, tracking of all AWCs, AWWs and beneficiaries on defined indicators.
The Poshan tracker has provision for an integrated helpline for taking feedback of beneficiaries, frontline functionaries & from States/UTs. More than 50,000 feedback /queries have been received on Poshan Tracker since March 2021, which have been resolved. Support System has been established at National Level to facilitate adoption challenges faced by States.
Further, Ministry has sent a communication to States/UTs regarding appointment of nodal person for provide technical support to States/UTs and resolution of issues of downloading/functioning of the new Poshan Tracker.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
Visit of Chief of the Air Staff to South Western Sector
Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Chief of the Air Staff , visited bases in South Western sector on 12 Nov 20. On arrival, the CAS was received by Air Marshal SK Ghotia, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Air Command.
At Air Force Station Deesa, the CAS reviewed the status of infrastructure development. He was briefed in detail on plan for Phase I of work services which were cleared in Oct 20. Phase I incorporates the construction of runway, taxi track, tarmacs and other operational infrastructure. CAS underlined the operational importance of the base and directed close monitoring and speedy completion of necessary work services.
Later in the day, CAS visited Air Force Station Vadodara and reviewed operational preparedness of the Station. During his interaction with the personnel of the Station, he urged them to continue discharging their duties with utmost sincerity and ensure a high state of operational readiness.
Ministry of Education
Delegates experience photo exhibition on temples at the Kashi Tamil Sangamam
A photography exhibition of 90 famous ancient temples; has been organized by the Indira Gandhi National Center for the Arts, Varanasi at Kashi Tamil Sangamam, which is in progress at the Amphitheater Ground of Banaras Hindu University. A total of 29 photographs of temples of Varanasi and 61 photographs of temples of Tamil Nadu have been showcased. The grandeur and architecture of the temples of Tamil Nadu and the rare idols of Kashi are the key attraction for the delegates as well as visitors.
Kashi and Tamil Nadu have a very deep civilisational connection with Lord Shiva being the center of this long standing relationship.
Kashi is identified with Lord Shiva and many of the temples in Tamil Nadu are also dedicated to Lord Shiva. The photographs of the temples of both these places have been displayed at the exhibition event. The temples of South India are basically of Dravidian tradition which are called Dravidian style architectures and the temples of North India are of Nagara-style temple architectures.MJPS/AK
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Ministry of Communications
Compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all Postal employees
The Department of Posts comes under essential services and reiterated at para -11  of MHA OM No. 40-3/2020-DM-I  dated 15.04.2020. The Postal employees including Gramin Dak Sevaks are performing various duties to provide customers mail delivery, Post Office Saving Bank, Postal Life Insurance, the ease of money withdrawal at his/her doorstep from any bank and any branch under the AePS facility. Additionally, the Post Office is also delivering COVID-19 kits, food packets, rations and essential medicines etc. across the country by liasioning with local State administration and police authorities. Thus, Post Office is performing departmental duties as well as serving the social cause in the COVID-19 crisis times.
In the context of COVID -19 situation, it has been decided to extend payment of compensation of Rs.10 lakhs to all Postal employees including Gramin Dak Sevaks  succumbing to the disease while brought on duty. The guidelines will come into effect immediately and continue for the entire period till the crises of COVID-19 is over.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, Leh Ladakh on Mahakaruna Diwas 2017 celebrations
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, Leh Ladakh on Mahakaruna Diwas 2017 celebrations.
"Congratulations & best wishes to Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, Leh Ladakh on Mahakaruna Diwas 2017 celebrations.
Life & teachings of Lord Buddha embody service, compassion and renunciation. He emphasised on non-violence & ending human suffering.", the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Railways
Rebuttal to Media Reports on recruitment for 9000 posts for Constable in Railway Protection Force 
A fictitious message is being circulated in media regarding recruitment for 9000 posts for Constable in Railway Protection Force . It is hereby informed that no such notification has been issued by RPF or Ministry of Railways on their official websites or through any print or electronic media.
Prime Minister's Office
PM appreciates President's sortie in Sukhoi 30 MKI fighter aircraft
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has appreciated President Droupadi Murmu who took a historic sortie in a Sukhoi 30 MKI fighter aircraft at the Tezpur Air Force Station in Assam.
In response to a tweet by the president of India, the Prime Minister said;
"This has inspired every Indian! Rashtrapati Ji has time and again shown exceptional leadership."
AYUSH
Ministry of Ayush invites applications/nominations for Prime Minister’s Awards for the Yoga 2023
The awards recognize exemplary contribution towards the development and promotion of Yoga both at national and international level
Ministry of Ayush has invited applications/nominations for Prime Minister’s Awards for the Yoga 2023. This award recognizes exemplary contribution towards the development and promotion of Yoga both at national and international level. The two National awards will be given to entities of Indian origin and two International awards will be given to entities of Indian/foreign origin. Winners will be announced on the 9th International Day of Yoga .
The applications/nominations process of award for the year 2023 is currently hosted on the MyGov platform . Link for the same shall also be available on Ministry of Ayush’s website and National Awards Portal. The applications/nominations process for this year’s awards will be open till 31st March 2023.
The selection process follows two tier system, for which two committees will be constituted by the Ministry of Ayush, namely the Screening Committee and the Evaluation Committee . The Evaluation Committee  is chaired by the cabinet secretary and include members i.e. advisor to Prime Minister, Foreign secretary, Secretary Ministry of Ayush and others. It decides the selection and evaluation criteria for finalizing the recipients of the awards.
Ministry of Ayush is planning to organize this year’s International Day of Yoga by ensuring massive community participation globally. The Ministry will propagate the benefits of Yoga using WHO mYoga App, Namaste App, Y-break Application and various people-centric activities and programmes. Various activities are proposed to be launched on MyGov platform like IDY Pledge, Poll/Survey, IDY Jingle, IDY Quiz and “Yoga My Pride” Photography Contest etc.
Ministry of Education
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Morocco to Facilitate Mutual Recognition of Academic Qualifications
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Morocco to facilitate Mutual Recognition of Academic Qualifications. The MoU was signed on 22nd January 2019.
Benefits:
The MoU will deepen, enhance and strengthen the cooperation between India and Morocco in the field of Education and Human Resource Development. The collaboration in the field of education through this MoU will enable experience sharing and thereby improving the platform to cater to the needs of various target groups. Also, the collaboration is expected to increase the inflow of Moroccan students to India under the Study in India Programme.
Prime Minister's Office
PM recalls Swami Vivekananda’s iconic 1893 speech at Chicago
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that the spirit of Swami Vivekananda’s iconic 1893 speech at Chicago speech has the potential to create a more just, prosperous and inclusive planet.
In a tweet marking the anniversary of the iconic speech, the Prime Minister said:
“Recalling Swami Vivekananda’s iconic 1893 speech at Chicago, which beautifully demonstrated the salience of Indian culture. The spirit of his speech has the potential to create a more just, prosperous and inclusive planet.”
Ministry of Steel
RINL bags two National level Awards
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited-Visakhapatnam  Steel Plant, under Ministry of Steel has been awarded the country's best Rajbhasha Keerthi Puraskar by the Department of Official Language, Ministry of Home Affairs, on the occasion of National Hindi Day, Celebrations at Surat, Gujarat today. For the fourth consecutive time, RINL bagged the First prize of Rajbhasha Keerthi Puraskar in 'C' category  for implementation of Hindi.
This year, the award distribution was jointly organized with 2nd All-India Rajbhasha Sammelan. Shri Atul Bhatt, CMD, Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited received the award from the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel in the presence of Home & Cooperation Minister, Shri Amit Shah and other dignitaries.
In the Hindi In-House magazine category, RINL's Hindi magazine ‘Sugandh’ again adjudged the best magazine in ‘C’ Region and awarded the “first prize of Rajbhasha Keerthi Puraskar”. This award was received by Shri Lalan Kumar, Editor of 'Sugandh' & General Manager  and Administration In-charge, RINL from Shri Bhartruhari Mahtab, Vice Chairman, Parliamentary Committee on Official Language.
Town official Language Implementation Committee -, Visakhapatnam coordinated by RINL was also awarded the second prize in 'C' category at the same function. The shield was also received by Shri Atul Bhatt, Chairman, TOLIC, , Visakhapatnam and CMD, RINL from Shri Nisith Pramanik, Minister of State for Home Affairs in the presence of Shri Harivansh, Dy. Chairman, Rajya Sabha and Shri Bhartruhari Mahtab, Dy. Chairman of Parliamentary Committee on Official Language.
Member Secretary, TOLIC , Visakhapatnam Shri Lalan Kumar also received a certificate of appreciation from Shri Harivansh, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha on this occasion.
CMD and all Directors of RINL have congratulated the RINL Collective on this achievement and stressed on putting efforts to further promote official Language.
On this occasion, Shri Atul Bhatt, Chairman, Town official Language Implementation Committee  , Visakhapatnam dedicated this achievement to all member organizations of TOLIC , Visakhapatnam.